The Buffalo Grove Police Department offers a traditional recruitment program as well as a lateral transfer opportunity (for current sworn officers). It is anticipated that the next entry-level police officer recruitment process will begin in the Spring of 2019.

Our agency provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, modern facility with workout room and no residency requirement.

As an officer with the Buffalo Grove Police Department, you will be presented with challenges and opportunities unequaled in any other profession. We strive to recruit the most highly skilled, competent, dedicated, community-oriented officers possible. Our officers pride themselves on performing their duties to the highest level of excellence. After completing mandatory state academy training, new officers are assigned to the Patrol Division with a field training officer. In addition to working as a patrol officer, there are several special assignments available within the department.